Ian Aird

Ian Aird is an accomplished leader in the international education sector, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of English Australia since December 2021. Aird has extensive experience in various educational organizations, including roles as Non-Executive Director (Deputy Chair) at English Australia, Director of Operations at Shanghai Gench Education Group (ANZ), and Managing Director at Universal English College and UEC Business. Aird also held the position of Non-Executive Director - Chair at Australian Recovery Centres, founder and CEO of International Education Initiatives Pty Ltd, and various management roles in other educational institutions. With a solid educational background, including an MBA in Leadership from the University of Southern Queensland and certifications from esteemed institutions like Harvard Business School Online, Aird is recognized for enhancing operational excellence and strategic growth in the international education field.